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SLP Student Awarded American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation Scholarship

Student Events Showcase: Where Fun Meets Friends

Mother, Daughter Travel A Challenging Path Together at the Speech-Language Institute

Kirsten Tran ‘27OD Receives American Academy of Optometry Foundation Scholarship

Where Are They Now: Rachel O’Brien, MS ‘23, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathology

Two PCO Students Awarded VSP Vision Scholarships

Advancing Audiology, Anywhere: What’s New in Osborne Audiology’s Distance Education Programs

Students at Leisure: Rachel Antwi-Boasiako ‘29OD, Spoken Word Poetry

Andrea Tyszka Named Director of the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program

Alumni Spotlight: Emily E. McMahan, AuD ‘13, Showcases the Value of an Osborne Audiology Education

Where Are They Now: Veronica Baez, MS ‘23, Speech-Language Pathology

Residency Announcement Day Celebrates the ‘Why’ Behind Orthotics and Prosthetics  

A Letter From PCO Dean Dr. Josephine Ibironke

Heartfelt Service: SOSH Students’ Soulful Mission Trip to Jamaica

Students at Leisure: Ilaria Merone ‘27SLP – Singing in the Choir

Elkins Park Campus Stars Honored at Awards Gala 2025

Optometry Alum Honored with Exam Room Dedication at The Eye Institute

History in the Making: Fall 2025 Commencement Filled With Firsts and Fervent Family Feelings

Unforgettable Moments Mark the Physician Assistant Long White Coat Ceremony

Eyes on Boston: PCO Shines at Academy 2025

Graduate Sees a Blindness and Low Vision Need and is Determined to Fill the Gap

An Orthotics and Prosthetics 'Wonderland:' Where Students and Patients Connect

Doctor of Optometry Students Step Up for Veterans at Stand Down Event

Elkins Park Student Resource Fair Set for Oct. 14 - Don’t Miss It!

Where Are They Now: Kelley Morris, MS, CCC-SLP ‘17

Researchers at the Forefront on Breakthrough Concussion Studies

Students at Leisure: Ava Deichman ‘26OT – Portrait Painting

Steps Toward Recovery: Orthotics and Prosthetics Students Support Tanzanian Violence Survivors

Students at Leisure: Kevin Aninta ‘29OD — The Art of Drawing Comics

Where Are They Now: Sophie Wollman, MS ‘23

Full Circle Journey: PCO Alum, Dr. Ibironke, Steps Into Dean Role  

Guatemala Service Trip Transforms Physician Assistant Students

Orthotics and Prosthetics Models Play an Important Role with Students

No More Mixed Signals: Life Changing Care at Feinbloom Center

Dreams Come True for Salus at Drexel PA Students at White Coat Ceremony

Beyond Therapy: Speech-Language Institute Offers Expertise, Hope

Speech-Language Institute: A Decade of Success and Growth

Historic New Student Orientation Week at Elkins Park Campus

Remembering I. William Collins, OD ‘47, Dedicated PCO Supporter

From Student to Doctor: Life and Learning at The Eye Institute (Part 3)

Dominica Dzakah, OD ‘25, Wins Second Poston Leadership Scholarship

Get to Know Drexel University College of Medicine

Global Learning in Action: Taiwan Students Explore Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Professions

From Student to Doctor: Life and Learning at The Eye Institute

Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments Learn About Jaw-Dropping Technology

More Than a Residency: What Sets the Orthotics & Prosthetics Program Apart 

Give the Gift of Clear Vision This School Year

Dr. Josephine Ibironke Appointed Dean of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Salus Community Bids a Fond Farewell to Dr. Mittelman

Dr. Bre Myers Named to American Academy of Audiology Board

Minnesota Moments: PCO Students and Alumni Unite at Optometry’s Meeting 2025

Answers to Questions About the Salus-Drexel Merger

International Optometry Students Take Many New Skills Back to Their Home Country

Walter Benitez ‘28OD Receives Navy Commission

Honoring the Best and Brightest: Alumni Association Celebrates Outstanding Achievers

Where Are They Now: Amber Schafer, MS ‘18

Occupational Therapy Students Help Rebuild Neighborhoods

Charles Baus, OD ‘02: 2025 Special Recognition Award

Emily McMahan, AuD ‘13: George S. Osborne College of Audiology Alumna of the Year

Samuel Farrand, MS ‘17: Speech-Language Pathology Alumnus of the Year 

Brandi DeVeaux, MS, OTR/L, CLT, Named to Board Position

Real Talk: Students Share Their Interprofessional Journey

Classroom Prep Pays Off for PCO’s Quiz Bowl Champ

Orthotics and Prosthetics Class of 2025: A Historic First - And a Memorable Last

Where Passion Meets Practice: Physician Assistant Olympics

The ‘Great 8’ Graduate: Another ‘First’ for the Orthotics and Prosthetics Program

Osborne College of Audiology Dean: Dr. Radhika Aravamudhan, 2018 to Present 

Where Are They Now: Mauli Chothani, MSOT ‘20

Audiology Reflections: Jonette Owen, AuD ‘03, MHA, FNAP, CH-A

Where Are They Now: Ashley Kinton, MSOT ‘20

All Ears on the Future: Class of 2026 Audiology Externship Kickoff 

Inna Lazar, OD ‘15: Eye Care Influencer Extraordinaire 

Audiology Reflections: Victor Bray, MSC, PhD, FNAP

Where Are They Now: Kiersten Nice, MSOT ‘21

PCO Grad Named No. 1 Eyecare Influencer of 2025

Where Are They Now: Sara Ostrowski, MSOT ‘20

Audiology Reflections: Emily McMahan, AuD ‘13

Schott Family Optometry Legacy: Small Town Quality Eye Care 

Where Are They Now: Olivia Gorski, MSOT ‘21

Compassion Turns to Passion for Occupational Therapy Students

Audiology Reflections: Amanda Marchegiani, AuD ‘10

Dr. Alton Williams: One of PCO’s Biggest Advocates

PCO/Salus Alum Accepts Accolades for Lions International

BLVS Students Take Orientation and Mobility Skills Beyond the Classroom

Match Day 2025: History Repeats Itself a Generation Later

Dr. David Meltzer Named Interim Vice President of Clinical Operations

Harold Wiener, OD ’50: Remembered as a Vision Therapy Pioneer

Grandmother Paves the Way for Granddaughter’s Journey into Speech-Language Pathology  

Orthotics and Prosthetics Students Eligible for International Travel Scholarships 

Collaborative Capstone Research Pays Off for Speech-Language Pathology Students

Orthotics and Prosthetics Students Help Bring Book Character to Life for Middle Schoolers 

Audiology Reflections: Adam Perez '27AUD

Orthotics & Prosthetics Extern Plays a Key Role in Life-Saving Incident

Women’s History Month: Remembering Georgianna Lorrayne Nottage, OD ‘46

Doctor of Optometry Student Makes Her Mark in Specialty Contact Lens Technology

Faculty, Staff Recognized with 2025 Service Awards

Audiology Reflections: Kristen Battista '27AUD

The Heartwarming Aspects of Being a Cardiac Physician Assistant 

Valentine’s Day 2025: From Best Friends to Something Much More 

Academic Programs Achieve Top Ranking in Best Jobs List 

Social Worker Christine McBennett Joins Feinbloom Center Staff  

Audiology Reflections: Aaron Roman, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA, associate professor 

Students Try Their Luck at Soiree’s ‘Night at the Casino’

The Class of 2026 Optometry Stars Shine at Annual Eyeball Event

A Flurry of Fun at the 2025 Dean’s Winterfest 

Enhancing Faculty Excellence: Engaging Development Workshops

Audiology Reflections: Hero Seto ‘25AUD

Scholarship Established in Dr. Mittelman's Name

Partnership with Bestwork Industries for Blindness and Low Vision Services Clinic

Audiology Reflections: Bre Myers, AuD '06, PhD '17, CH-AP

Students Finding Great Opportunities in Impending Merger

Challenges in Speech-Language Pathology Post-bacc Class Assignment

Osborne College of Audiology Dean: Victor Bray, 2009-2016 

Best of 2024: The Year's Top Stories

Orthotics and Prosthetics Student Wins State Award for Research Poster

Class Notes & In Memoriam

Where Are They Now: Kurt Moody, OD ‘83, FAAO  

Helping From Home: Orthotics and Prosthetics’ Students Contribute on ‘Disassembly Day’ 

Optometry Students Experience Memorable, Meaningful Service Trip to Jamaica

Alumni Association President's Message Fall 2024

From President Mittelman: Embracing a New Chapter

Toland Scholarship Recipient Asef Chowdhury '26OD

Where Are They Now: Mrinal Jha, AuD '23

Students Won’t Go Hungry on Thanksgiving 

Revving Up Vision: Optometric Education Takes the Fast Lane in Indianapolis

Volunteering at Special Olympics Reaffirms Career Choices for Students

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Pennsylvania Ear Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Service and Education

Accolades for Orthotics and Prosthetics Student's Community Service Activities

Wendy Batista, OD '10

Dr. Jonette Owen Named George S. Osborne Award Winner by Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology

Puppy Love: Orientation and Mobility Students Attend Guide Dog Training

Medical Mission Trip More Than Just Geography for Orthotics and Prosthetics Faculty Member

New Faculty: Karan Johal, OD, Resident '24

Brianna Brim Recognized with Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Award

Physician Assistant Service Trip to Guatemala an 'Amazing Experience'

New Interim Optometry Dean Ready to Move the Program Forward

Historic Commencement: They'll Be No Forgetting the Class of 2024

No Shortage of Emotions for the Donning of Long White Coats

University Named a 2024 Diversity Award Winner

Service Learning Equals Meaningful Skills for Optometry Students

Students at Leisure (SAL): Yi-No 'Liz' Luan '28AUD - ReSweets by Liz

Inaugural 'Wonderland' Event Benefits Orthotics and Prosthetic Students

Interim Dean for the Pennsylvania College of Optometry Announced

Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Badge Program

Security Director Remembered with Dedication Ceremony 

Bidding Adieu to Longtime Financial Chief, Don Kates

Where Are They Now: David Baptiste, OD '96

Shilpi Banerjee: New Director of Distance Education for Osborne Audiology

Robert Vanderyajt, OD ‘83

‘Un-Belize-Able' Experience During Recent Student Service Trip

Audiology Alum Selected for Rare Air Force Role

Jeffrey Weaver, OD ‘85

Speech-Language Pathology Receives Stellar Reaccreditation Report 

Where Are They Now: Frank Wartinger, AuD ‘11

A Look at Drexel's College of Nursing and Health Professions

University Development Day Highlighted Faculty Achievements

Riya Paranthan, OD ‘14, is New Alumni Association President

Diane Adamczyk, OD ‘85

Faculty Members Get Groundbreaking Research Study Published

Audiology Learning Experience: The Perfect Introduction to the Profession

A Banner Day: Salus Flies the Drexel Flag for the First Time  

Allison Wethey, MMS ‘19

Kaitlyn Dietz Joins Speech-Language Pathology Faculty

White Coat Ceremony Welcomes New Students into Noble Healthcare Professions 

New, Returning Students Welcomed by President Michael Mittelman

Daniel Hoffman, OD ‘24, Resident ‘25, Named 2024 William Feinbloom Low Vision Award Winner

Alvah Cayton IV, OD ‘08

Orthotics and Prosthetics Students Bring Hope and Happiness to Patients in Ecuador

Marcy Graboyes Retires After 42-Year Career

International Students Take Home a Wealth of Knowledge from Audiology Workshops 

Q&A: What Happens Now After Drexel and Salus Have Merged?

Johnnie Bass, AuD ‘05

Taiwan Students Get the Full Academic and Cultural Experience

Summer Enrichment Program Prepares Students for the Rigors of Grad School  

Amanda Legge, OD ‘12: 2024 Special Recognition Alumna of the Year Award

Nikhil Bansal, OD ‘20, Joins Optometry Faculty

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2022: Kimberly M. Cavitt, AuD ’05

Howard Stromwasser, OD ‘74

Brian Urban, AuD ‘06: 2024 Audiology Alumni of the Year Award

Blindness and Low Vision Studies Alumna of the Year 2024: Carlton Anne Cook Walker, MEd ‘11

New Orthotics and Prosthetics Faculty Member

National Optometric Association Conference Took Over Philadelphia

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2020: Kathryn Dowd, AuD ‘08

Optometry Learning Experience Draws Increased Interest from Participants

Ribbon Cut on New and Improved Mobile Unit for Healthcare Resources

Optometry Student Finishes Fourth in National Quiz Bowl

Edward Melman, OD ‘81

Hearing the Echoes of Excellence: 25 Years of Osborne Audiology

Q&A with Drexel President John Fry

Speech Language Pathology 2024 Alumna of the Year: Lauren Bevan, MS ‘17

In Memoriam: Spring 2024

Class Notes: Spring 2024

Identifying the Campus Climate

Alumni Association President’s Message

Ashley Anderson joins Occupational Therapy Faculty

Evan Schulz, MMS ‘19: 2024 Physician Assistant Alumni of the Year Award

2024 Salus Awards Gala Celebrates the Best of the Best

From President Mittelman: Celebrating Our Achievements

Speech-Language Pathology Post-bacc Students Discuss the Career Pivot to SLP

Where Are They Now: Lauren DeAngelo, MSOT ‘23

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2023: Amanda Marchegiani, AuD ’10

25 Stories for 25 Years: Greg Butcher, AuD ‘19

Benjamin Lane, OD ‘58

Audiology Distance Education Icon Dr. Giri Sundar to Retire

Where Are They Now: Connor Warren, MSOT ‘19

Presidential Medals, Alumni of the Year Awards Presented to Distinguished Group

Celebrating the Class of 2024 at the Ninth Annual Residents' Day

Conference Round-Up: Spring 2024

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2021: Jonette B. Owen, AuD ‘03

Stephen Rudnick, OD ‘71

Where Are They Now: Amber Fessler, OTD ‘20

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Paul B. Freeman, OD ‘74

Drexel President Fry to Graduates: Character and Integrity Still Matter

New Articulation Agreement with DeSales University

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Rita Chaiken, AuD ‘03

Commencement 2024: Post-bacc Program a Foundation for Success

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Jim Saviola, OD ‘85

Commencement 2024: Through Adversity Comes Strength — Dr. Rajan’s PhD Journey

Commencement 2024: Visually Impaired Children Inspired Mom to Go Back to School

Drexel President to Deliver Keynote at 128th Commencement

Dr. Mittelman Accepts Inaugural Aerospace Optometry Award Named in His Honor

Occupational Therapy Level Two Fieldwork Experience

Where Are They Now: Alicia Reiser, OTD ‘18

From Drexel To Salus, (Almost) Back to Drexel: Emily Damico ‘24PA and Momina Khan '24PA

Looking to Make a Career Change? Enroll in the SLP Post-bacc Program

The Red Carpet is Rolled Out on Accepted Student Days

Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy Students Unite with Arcadia University

Connie Chronister, OD ‘86, MS ‘86, Resident ‘87

PA Olympics Take on a Special Meaning This Year

O&P Students Gain Hands-on Experience During Humanitarian Trip to Kenya